How long has Earth been cycling water?
4 billion years
Where does the fallen precipitation collect?
Rivers, Lakes, Oceans
What are the 3 forms of water?
Water (liquid) Gas (vapour) Solid (ice)
What process of the Water Cycle creates clouds?
Condensation
What should you do when you are brushing your teeth
TURN OFF THE FAUCET
What part of the water cycle is #2
Condensation
When water falls on vegetation (plants)...
it may evaporate from the leaves back into the air
What part of the Water Cycle is #3
Precipitation
What happens during condensation?
Water vapor cools and turns into a liquid
What are things you can do in the snow?
Sled, Snowball fight, snow angels, make a snowman
How does water move around the world?
Lakes, Rivers, Oceans, Atmosphere, and Land
In cold climates, precipitation....
Builds up onto the land as snow, ice, or glaciers
What part of the Water Cycle is #1
Evaporation
The sun is an important part of the water cycle because
The sun heats Earth's water causing evaporation
How much of Earth's water is salty/undrinkable?
(in percent)
97%
What part of the Water Cycle is #4
Collection
Water that reaches land directly may flow across the ground and collect in oceans, rivers, or lakes is called...
Surface Run-off
What is the Water Cycle?
Water moving between lakes, rivers, oceans, atmosphere and land in an ongoing cycle.
Rain, snow, hail, and sleet are ALL types of ..
Precipitation
How much water should an 11 year old drink?
(In cups)
7-8 cups everyday
How much water is in an human body?
(in percent)
50-60%